Now Accepting Reservations for our
Final Season of Operation.
We experience our best weather conditions from March - June!
Book your charter today!
royjen12@gmail.com
+63-918-424-6902 or +63-912-873-7400
0918-424-6902 / 0912-873-7400
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- Licensed to carry a maximum of 12 Passengers for Tourism on the island of Palawan from Sabang, Port Barton, San Vicente and El Nido.
- Manned by a Licensed Captain, an Engineer and 2-deckhands.
- Custom built 56', 5-Ton, Philippine Banca/Outrigger/Trimaran.
- Powered by a fuel efficient Mitsubishi 4DR51 Diesel Engine, giving her about 100 hp and a cruising speed of about 10 knots.
- Home ported in Caruray, San Vicente, Palawan.
Newly reconditioned for Season 2012/13, with all new Trimaran-Balancer.
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| ROYJEN 2012/13 |
Specializing in
Private-Group Sea-Adventures
and
Sport Fishing Charters
for:
Family, Friends, Partners and Associates
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We're making Sea-Travel:
Enjoyable, Comfortable, Affordable and Memorable
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ROYJEN Fare:
P10,000 or $250 per day
(For up to 12 passengers)
"Optional" Sleep-aboard Fare is P500 per person for 1-4 nights.
Includes: 1-set mattress, and clean bedding
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Cheaper by the dozen, but
Very nice for a couple.
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Join a Private Charter
All ROYJEN Charters are Private Group Charters.
However, if there is extra space, and no one objects,
we may accept a few passengers from the beach, or
if you are traveling alone, email or text us and we can try to
arrange a charter for you to join.
Share-the-Fare
Individual Daily Fare is P10,000 / # of Pax
Best way to join a private charter is to view our schedule below and look for confirmed charters noted with "Share-the-Fare" or simply text us 1-2 days prior to the day you like to book and we'll try to pick you up. However, please understand that we would not earn any extra money if we simply let you join as it only decreases the fee per pax, but it also increases our workload, so we request an Additional Joining Fee of P500 per Pax.
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Tourist Destinations and Options:
(For determining your Itinerary)
Cheaper by the dozen, but
Very nice for a couple.
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Join a Private Charter
All ROYJEN Charters are Private Group Charters.
However, if there is extra space, and no one objects,
we may accept a few passengers from the beach, or
if you are traveling alone, email or text us and we can try to
arrange a charter for you to join.
Share-the-Fare
Individual Daily Fare is P10,000 / # of Pax
Best way to join a private charter is to view our schedule below and look for confirmed charters noted with "Share-the-Fare" or simply text us 1-2 days prior to the day you like to book and we'll try to pick you up. However, please understand that we would not earn any extra money if we simply let you join as it only decreases the fee per pax, but it also increases our workload, so we request an Additional Joining Fee of P500 per Pax.
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Tourist Destinations and Options:
(For determining your Itinerary)
Sabang to Port Barton Islands:
4-5 hour cruise, 1-day charter
4-5 hour cruise, 1-day charter
Sabang to Port Barton:
4-5 hour cruise, 1-day charter
4-5 hour cruise, 1-day charter
Sabang to El Nido:
8-9 hour cruise, Minimum 2-day charter
8-9 hour cruise, Minimum 2-day charter
Port Barton to El Nido:
6-7 hour cruise, 1-day charter
6-7 hour cruise, 1-day charter
Port Barton Islands to El Nido:
5-6 hour cruise, 1-day charter
5-6 hour cruise, 1-day charter
Port Barton to Port Barton Islands: 1 hour cruise
Port Barton Island Hopping:
4-5 hour cruise with stops, 1-day charter
*Great for trolling around the outer islands!
*Also, Snorkeling and Jungle Trekking.
Port Barton to Sabang:
4-5 hour cruise, 1-day charter
El Nido Trolling:
4-5 hour cruise with stops, 1-day charter
*Great for trolling around the outer islands!
*Also, Snorkeling and Jungle Trekking.
Port Barton to Sabang:
4-5 hour cruise, 1-day charter
El Nido Trolling:
5-6 hour cruise with stops, 1-day charter
El Nido to Port Barton and Sabang:
5-9 hour cruise, 1-2 day charter
*Best Trolling Conditions for: Wahoo, Dorado, Sailfish
El Nido to Port Barton and Sabang:
5-9 hour cruise, 1-2 day charter
*Best Trolling Conditions for: Wahoo, Dorado, Sailfish
Sport Fishing: optional
Sleep-aboard Pax: optional
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| ROYJEN 2012 |
ROYJEN Sea-Adventures
P10,000 or $250 per day
(For up to 12 passengers)
"Optional" Sleep-aboard Fare is P500 per person for 1-4 nights.
Includes:
One full-day Sea-Adventure includes approximately 4-6 hours of run-time and 2-4 hours of Island/Resort Hopping.
All charters are also available in reverse and include: Bay Trolling, fresh seafood meals and Island/Resort Hopping. We ask that you stock your own snacks, and drinks, and bring your own snorkeling gear.
*If you enjoy Sport Fishing, we can customize your private charter to include Sport Fishing.
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ROYJEN Sea-Adventure Packages
Package #1
Night 1 Includes: A drop off for a stay at an Island Resort, or a night on board with an evening meal, drinks, night fishing, and a sleep-aboard in a calm secluded Island cove.
Day 2 Includes: A 6-7 hr. cruise from the Port Barton Islands to El Nido or Sabang with sightseeing, Bay Trolling, a fresh seafood meal and a drop off back in Sabang or in El Nido.
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Day 1 Includes: Port Barton Island Hopping with Sightseeing, Bay Trolling, Snorkeling, and a fresh Seafood meal.
Night 1 Includes: A drop off for a stay at an Island Resort, or a night on board with an evening meal, drinks, night fishing, and a sleep aboard in a calm secluded Island cove.
Day 2 Includes: A 6-7 hr. cruise from the Port Barton Islands to El Nido with sightseeing, Bay Trolling, a fresh seafood meal and a drop off in El Nido.
Optional Night 2 Includes: A Sleep-Aboard in a calm, secluded El Nido Island cove with a seafood meal, drinks, and night fishing for P500 per pax.
Optional Day 3 Includes: El Nido Bay Trolling and sightseeing or a return cruise to Port Barton with Bay Trolling, and a seafood meal for a discounted fare of P5,000.
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ROYJEN Sea-Adventure Packages
Package #1
2-Day / 1-Night (Private Charter)
(Sabang - Port Barton Islands - Sabang or El Nido)
(P20,000 or ($500) for up to 12 Pax
Day 1 Includes: A 4-hr cruise from Sabang to the Port Barton Islands with Sightseeing, Bay Trolling, Island/Resort Hopping, Snorkeling, and a fresh Seafood meal.Night 1 Includes: A drop off for a stay at an Island Resort, or a night on board with an evening meal, drinks, night fishing, and a sleep-aboard in a calm secluded Island cove.
Day 2 Includes: A 6-7 hr. cruise from the Port Barton Islands to El Nido or Sabang with sightseeing, Bay Trolling, a fresh seafood meal and a drop off back in Sabang or in El Nido.
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Package #1a
2-Day / 1-Night (Private Charter)
(Port Barton - Port Barton Isl. Hopping - El Nido)
2-Day / 1-Night (Private Charter)
(Port Barton - Port Barton Isl. Hopping - El Nido)
(P20,000 or ($500) for up to 12 Pax
Night 1 Includes: A drop off for a stay at an Island Resort, or a night on board with an evening meal, drinks, night fishing, and a sleep aboard in a calm secluded Island cove.
Day 2 Includes: A 6-7 hr. cruise from the Port Barton Islands to El Nido with sightseeing, Bay Trolling, a fresh seafood meal and a drop off in El Nido.
Optional Night 2 Includes: A Sleep-Aboard in a calm, secluded El Nido Island cove with a seafood meal, drinks, and night fishing for P500 per pax.
Optional Day 3 Includes: El Nido Bay Trolling and sightseeing or a return cruise to Port Barton with Bay Trolling, and a seafood meal for a discounted fare of P5,000.
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Package #2
3-Day / 2-Night (Private Charter)
(Sabang - Port Barton - P. Barton Isl. Hopping - Sabang or El Nido)
3-Day / 2-Night (Private Charter)
(Sabang - Port Barton - P. Barton Isl. Hopping - Sabang or El Nido)
(P25,000 or ($620) for up to 12 Pax)
Day 1 Includes: A 4-hr cruise from Sabang to the Port Barton area with Sightseeing, Bay Trolling, Island/Resort Hopping, Snorkeling, and a fresh Seafood meal.Night 1 Includes: A drop off for a stay at an Island Resort, or a night spent on board with an evening meal, drinks, night fishing, and a sleep aboard in a calm secluded Island cove.
Day 2 Includes: A full-day Island Hopping Tour in the Port Barton area with sightseeing, Bay Trolling, Snorkeling, and a fresh seafood meal.
Night 2 Includes: Another drop off for a stay at an Island Resort, or a night spent on board with an evening meal, drinks, night fishing, and a sleep-aboard in a calm secluded Island cove.
Day 3 Includes: A 6-7 hr. cruise from the Port Barton Islands to El Nido with sightseeing, Bay Trolling, a fresh seafood meal and a drop off in El Nido.
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Package #3
3-Day / 2-Night (Private Charter)
(Sabang - Port Barton Isl. - El Nido Isl. - El Nido Trolling- El Nido)
(P25,000 or ($620) for up to 12 Pax)
Day 1 Includes: A 4-hr cruise from Sabang to the Port Barton Islands with Sightseeing, Bay Trolling, Island/Resort Hopping, Snorkeling, and a fresh Seafood meal.
Night 1 Includes: A drop off for a stay at an Island Resort, or a night spent on board with an evening meal, drinks, night fishing, and a sleep aboard in a calm secluded Island cove.
Day 2 Includes: A 6-7 hr. cruise from the Port Barton Islands to El Nido Islands with sightseeing, Bay Trolling, Snorkeling, a fresh seafood meal.
Night 2 Includes: Another drop off for a stay at an El Nido Resort, or a night spent on board with an evening meal, drinks, night fishing, and a sleep-aboard in a calm secluded Island cove.
Day 3 Includes: El Nido Trolling with sightseeing, snorkeling, a fresh seafood meal and a drop-off in El Nido.
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(P25,000 or ($620) for up to 12 Pax)
Day 1 Includes: A 4-hr cruise from Sabang to the Port Barton Islands with Sightseeing, Bay Trolling, Island/Resort Hopping, Snorkeling, and a fresh Seafood meal.
Night 1 Includes: A drop off for a stay at an Island Resort, or a night spent on board with an evening meal, drinks, night fishing, and a sleep aboard in a calm secluded Island cove.
Day 2 Includes: A 6-7 hr. cruise from the Port Barton Islands to El Nido Islands with sightseeing, Bay Trolling, Snorkeling, a fresh seafood meal.
Night 2 Includes: Another drop off for a stay at an El Nido Resort, or a night spent on board with an evening meal, drinks, night fishing, and a sleep-aboard in a calm secluded Island cove.
Day 3 Includes: El Nido Trolling with sightseeing, snorkeling, a fresh seafood meal and a drop-off in El Nido.
Package #4
4-Day / 3-Night - (Private Charter)
(Sabang - Port Barton Isl. - El Nido Isl. - El Nido Trolling -
El Nido - Port Barton - Sabang)
(P30,000 or ($750) for up to 12 Pax)
Includes: All of Package #3, plus a 1-2 day return cruise to Port Barton or Sabang with Seafood meals and the Best Bay Trolling Conditions for catching Wahoo, Dorado, and Sailfish.
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*Now Booking*
ROYJEN Sport Fishing "Get-Away" Charters
Available upon request from April - June.
Includes:
- Seafood Meals served on board,
- Sleep-aboard and bedding for up to 7 close-quarter mates,
- 2 Jumbo Coolers,
- Fish finder (without GPS),
- 5 PVC rod holders for trolling.
What you should bring:
- Snacks and drinks
- A hat, and sunglasses
- Tanning lotion, and medicines
- Windbreaker/rain jacket, fishing gloves
- Rod, Reel and Tackle
How it works:
Day 1: Includes: Airport transfer, first to the city to purchase necessities, and then a 3-hour ride to our home-port, Caruray, where we meet and gear up. A 1-night stay in our mountain Guest Lodge with dinner and a guided nature walk. Optional meeting place is in Port Barton, where resort lodging can be found.
Day 2: Weather permitting, we head out early. If weather is good we troll out some 4 - 6 hours at 10 knots to the outer reefs and shoals. If weather is not so good, we troll to the outer islands for inshore fishing. Also, if weather is not good, we sleep in a protected cove at Boayan Island, or at a nearby island resort.
Day 3: We continue effort on drift fishing/trolling the outer reefs and shoals. If we find wind and current is a bit strong, then we locate fish and drop anchor. When fish stop biting, we move to find more fish. If trolling is more your speed, then we troll, but the extra fuel is on you.
Day 4: We continue working our way up and around outer reefs and shoals looking for the deep drop-offs and schools of fish. At this point, we also have the option to drift out into the deep sea for big Tuna Fishing. We lower a special sea-anchor made of coconut branches to attract the fish and we use a variety of mostly live, dead, and cut bait, but we also use soft and hard jigs.
Day 5: We hopefully top-off our coolers. We like to work the outer reefs for 3-4 days, or as long as we can keep ice. When our mega-cooler is used, we do request help in purchasing ice and our fishing could be extended for another 2-3 days.
Day 2: Weather permitting, we head out early. If weather is good we troll out some 4 - 6 hours at 10 knots to the outer reefs and shoals. If weather is not so good, we troll to the outer islands for inshore fishing. Also, if weather is not good, we sleep in a protected cove at Boayan Island, or at a nearby island resort.
Day 3: We continue effort on drift fishing/trolling the outer reefs and shoals. If we find wind and current is a bit strong, then we locate fish and drop anchor. When fish stop biting, we move to find more fish. If trolling is more your speed, then we troll, but the extra fuel is on you.
Day 4: We continue working our way up and around outer reefs and shoals looking for the deep drop-offs and schools of fish. At this point, we also have the option to drift out into the deep sea for big Tuna Fishing. We lower a special sea-anchor made of coconut branches to attract the fish and we use a variety of mostly live, dead, and cut bait, but we also use soft and hard jigs.
Day 5: We hopefully top-off our coolers. We like to work the outer reefs for 3-4 days, or as long as we can keep ice. When our mega-cooler is used, we do request help in purchasing ice and our fishing could be extended for another 2-3 days.
Day 6: We return to home port, classify and sell our fish, then back to our mountain lodge for showers, dinner and a 2nd night stay. Optional return point is at Port Barton, where you could obtain resort lodging and ground transport to PPC/airport.
Day 7: We provide transport back to Puerto Princesa City and help you find lodging if necessary.
Day 8: You fly home.
The ROYJEN Sport Fishing Fare
P7,000 per Airport transfer to/from Caruray or Port Barton
P500 per person per night stay at our mountain guest lodge. The building of our guest lodge is in continuous progress.
PayPal Deposit is P5,000 or $125.
First day of fishing is P10,000 or $250.
Each additional day is P5,000 or $125.
(For up to 7 happy anglers)
"Optional" Sleep-aboard Fare is P500 per person for 1-4 nights.
P7,000 per Airport transfer to/from Caruray or Port Barton
P500 per person per night stay at our mountain guest lodge. The building of our guest lodge is in continuous progress.
PayPal Deposit is P5,000 or $125.
First day of fishing is P10,000 or $250.
Each additional day is P5,000 or $125.
(For up to 7 happy anglers)
"Optional" Sleep-aboard Fare is P500 per person for 1-4 nights.
We use PayPal deposits to buy fishing gear at TackleDirect.
Notes:
1) Nothing is set in stone as far as days fishing are concerned.
2) Something we cannot regulate is the weather.
3) Local fishermen always wait for the most opportune time.
For this, we suggested that you come for the maximum "free tourist visa period" of 21 days. So, if the weather is not suitable for a fishing charter, you can chill out in our Mountain Guest Lodge for just P500 per night until it is.
It's not just about the fishing... It's a ROYJEN Fishing "Get Away!"
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Notes:
1) Nothing is set in stone as far as days fishing are concerned.
2) Something we cannot regulate is the weather.
3) Local fishermen always wait for the most opportune time.
For this, we suggested that you come for the maximum "free tourist visa period" of 21 days. So, if the weather is not suitable for a fishing charter, you can chill out in our Mountain Guest Lodge for just P500 per night until it is.
It's not just about the fishing... It's a ROYJEN Fishing "Get Away!"
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ROYJEN Schedule for Season 2012/13
ROYJEN operates on an unregulated schedule, only when booking is made.
Our Weekly "Tentative" Schedule
Monday or Tuesday - Sabang to Port Barton Islands
Tuesday or Wednesday - Port Barton Islands to El Nido Islands
Wednesday or Thursday - El Nido Trolling to El Nido
Thursday or Friday - El Nido - Port Barton - Sabang
Daily Schedule (updated when your booking is confirmed)
*Please inform us, if your confirmed charter is not listed below, and If you allow others to join your confirmed charter.
May 2013
1 - 3 Available
4 - 7 Reserved by Christie (3 pax)
8 -18 Available
19 - 20 Reserved by Marie (8 pax)
21 - 23 Available
24 - 26 Reserved by Mhy (5 pax)
June 2013
1 - 4 Available
5 - 7 Reserved by Thien (2 pax)
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Request a ROYJEN Charter
Send email to: royjen12@gmail.com
or, text message to: +63-918-424-6902 or +63-912-873-7400
Include: (cut and paste)
Include: (cut and paste)
- Where you like to go? (Port Barton to El Nido) (Pkg #1a)
- Date(s) you would like to book? (Mar 1, 2, 3)
- Approx. Time and Place for boarding? (0800, Port Barton)
- How many people in your party? (8)
- Do you allow others to join your charter?
- How many adults, and how many children? (4 Adults, 4 Children)
- Where you are from? (Germany)
Booking Process and Deposit Payment
- Once we have received your email or text message to request a charter, we will reply to confirm our availability. Next, if necessary, we will send you a Request for Payment of Deposit via PayPal. Upon payment, an invoice with our company info will be automatically generated and sent to you by email.
- A deposit of P5,000 or $125 is required if you request boarding in El Nido at Corong Corong boat harbor when we have to make a special trip to pick you up. It covers the 1st half of the first day of your charter. Upon boarding, we ask for the 2nd half of the first day of your charter. No deposit is necessary when boarding in Sabang or Port Barton area.
2nd Confirmation by Text Message
0918-424-6902 or 0912-873-7400
- Upon your arrival on Palawan, or 1-2 days prior to your boarding, we request a courtesy text message to let us know you have arrived and will meet us as planned. This is not required when you request our Land-Transport service.
- We recommend that you book your ROYJEN Charter first, then book your flights and lodging after you recieve confirmation of our availability.
- We advise you to make your travel arrangements to Palawan as soon as you have secured your ROYJEN reservation to ensure flight availability.
- We look forward to hearing from you!
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PayPal is the best way to send money to just about anyone in the world. If you like to reserve a charter and make a deposit, you may want to open a Free PayPal Account. The Sign Up is quick and easy. Of course, once you sign up, you wont have any money in your account. So, you will need to click on "get verified," and register your bank credit or debit card with PayPal. In doing so, PayPal will charge your card $1.95. After about 2-days this charge will appear on your online statement and it will possess a 4 digit code. Once you have the code, you then open your PayPal Account, click on "get verified," and enter the 4 digit code. You'll be instantly verified, the charge of $1.95 will be refunded and you'll be able to send money through PayPal using your credit or debit card. You can also transfer money from your bank account to your PayPal Account and vice versa. Just about everyone has a PayPal Account now, so it's truly the best way to go. It's best to open a "Business Account," that way you'll have more options in the future.
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Cancellations: View Larger Map
Check the local Weather at Puerto Princesa City, Palawan. We highly advise that you check the local weather forecast a day or two prior to your requested boat charter.
Stop-overs between Sabang and El Nido.
Blue Cove Resort is centrally and beautifully located in the middle of the Port Barton/San Vicente chain of islands. The resort and accommodations are native and rustic. This resort is hiding on the back side of Albaguan Island. It offers excellent snorkeling and is on a direct passage route to El Nido. It is an ideal stop-over resort. Cottage rates range from P800 - P1,400 per night. Blue Cove Resort has moved to the top of our list as far as customer satisfaction.
Secret Paradise Retreat Resort is located near Cacnipa Island on 24 secluded hectors with 3 Private White Sand Beaches all within a protected marine sanctuary cove. Cottage rates range from P300 - P2,500 per night. This resort is perfect for a honey moon hide-away, a family or small group retreat, or backpackers on their way to El Nido.
Port Barton has many nice resorts and restaurants, but it's a bit out of the way when going to El Nido, so our fare for going and departing from there is P200 more.
Boayan Island is at about the half-way point between Sabang and El Nido. It's a beautiful unspoiled island with good fishing and snorkeling, but no resorts. For a stop-over here, passengers would need to sleep on board.
*Resort lodging and resort meals are always charged separately by the resort.
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The ROYJEN sleep 2 inside the cabin, 2 above the cabin, 2 on top the pilot house and 3 singles on the front deck. It's a bit rugged, like camping, but okay for up to 3 couples and 3 singles to experience a night at sea, anchored in a calm, secluded island cove, en-route from Sabang to El Nido or vice-versa. The ROYJEN is the only vessel that offers this experience.
Meals. The ROYJEN offers freshly caught seafood meals with rice, vegetable, and fruit. If we are unable to catch our own seafood, we will request a small donation to purchase fresh seafood from a fisherman. In addition to meals, we ask that you stock your own personal snacks and drinks. You may also stock alcoholic beverages of your choice.
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ROYJEN Sleep-aboard Passengers -
Max 9 pax (3 Doubles and 3 Singles)
"Optional" P500 per person for 1-4 nights
"Optional" P500 per person for 1-4 nights
(Includes: 1-set mattress, and clean bedding)
The ROYJEN sleep 2 inside the cabin, 2 above the cabin, 2 on top the pilot house and 3 singles on the front deck. It's a bit rugged, like camping, but okay for up to 3 couples and 3 singles to experience a night at sea, anchored in a calm, secluded island cove, en-route from Sabang to El Nido or vice-versa. The ROYJEN is the only vessel that offers this experience.
Meals. The ROYJEN offers freshly caught seafood meals with rice, vegetable, and fruit. If we are unable to catch our own seafood, we will request a small donation to purchase fresh seafood from a fisherman. In addition to meals, we ask that you stock your own personal snacks and drinks. You may also stock alcoholic beverages of your choice.
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ROYJEN Travel Tips
Palawan is a great tourist destination with many natural sites to see. Tours in the north include:
- Puerto Princesa City Tour,
- Honda Bay Island Hopping Tour,
- Sabang, Underground River Tour,
- Port Barton with Island Hopping,
- El Nido with Island Hopping.
On the ROYJEN, you can relax in comfort while cruising the scenic coastline. You can enjoy bay trolling, bottom fishing, island hoping, snorkeling and freshly caught seafood meals. You can visit fishing villages, and remote beaches. You can go jungle trekking to waterfalls or to mountain top lookouts. You'll have the opportunity to catch a big Wahoo, Dorado, Sailfish, GT or Barracuda!
Basically, you can enjoy the best of Palawan on the ROYJEN, without having to piece everything together as you go, saving you time and frustration, all for about the same price that you'd spend anyway.
ROYJEN Charters is not part of some big tourist organization or hotel/resort conglomerate. The ROYJEN is solely owned and operated by Roy and Jen and 3-4 trusted crewmen.
If weather is not suitable for your enjoyment, then, we reserve the right to cancel your charter. In which case, we will refund any deposit you may have made. We ask that you have a back-up travel plan in case the weather is not good for a boat charter. A back-up plans includes travel by land via tour van, the RORO Bus, or a Jeepney.
Deposits are required on all reverse charters from El Nido to Sabang, because it requires us to make an 8 hour cruise to El Nido prior to your boarding. Deposit is not required for charters originating in Port Barton or Sabang.
Unless conditions are very calm, boarding in Sabang is difficult, due to surf conditions at the beach and large rocks at the pier. Normally, boarding the ROYJEN in Sabang necessitates the hire of a small boat to bring our passengers from the shore to the ROYJEN at anchor, just off shore. However, the coastguard now prohibits us from hiring a small boat for transfers at sea. It is possible to swim out through the surf, from the beach to the boat, and we can waterproof your packs by placing them in large plastic bags and floating them out on top of our life craft, but we are finding that boarding in Sabang is not a suitable option for anyone who cannot swim through the surf.
The best place for boarding the ROYJEN is in Port Barton where there is always a calm sea and the beach is deep enough for us to come in very close to the shore. Boarding in Port Barton also eliminates a 4-hour cruise from Sabang. It's cheaper and a bit faster to travel from Sabang to Port Barton by tour van.
If you travel from Sabang to Port Barton by tour van and depart Sabang at about 0800, you'll be in Port Barton by 1100, where you can enjoy lunch at a beach resort, before departing for afternoon Island Hopping. You can choose between optional Sleep-aboard in a calm cove or Lodging at one of the Island Resorts. January - February is peak season where lodging reservations are necessary. You may also want to spend a night in Port Barton to rest from your travels and arrange for boarding the ROYJEN on the next morning.
Weather Update:
We experienced exceptionally strong NE winds this tourist season and a murky sea filled with alge and small jelly fish from Nov2012 - Feb2013. During that time we completed 11 charters from Sabang to El Nido and back, and cancelled 3 due to bad weather.
March - mid-April was exceptionally calm with beautiful clear blue skies and water. During this 2-month period we completed just 2 charters from Sabang to El Nido and back.
In May we now see some strong thunder storm activity, and we have completed 1 charter from El Nido to Port Barton.
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If weather is not suitable for your enjoyment, then, we reserve the right to cancel your charter. In which case, we will refund any deposit you may have made. We ask that you have a back-up travel plan in case the weather is not good for a boat charter. A back-up plans includes travel by land via tour van, the RORO Bus, or a Jeepney.
Deposits are required on all reverse charters from El Nido to Sabang, because it requires us to make an 8 hour cruise to El Nido prior to your boarding. Deposit is not required for charters originating in Port Barton or Sabang.
Unless conditions are very calm, boarding in Sabang is difficult, due to surf conditions at the beach and large rocks at the pier. Normally, boarding the ROYJEN in Sabang necessitates the hire of a small boat to bring our passengers from the shore to the ROYJEN at anchor, just off shore. However, the coastguard now prohibits us from hiring a small boat for transfers at sea. It is possible to swim out through the surf, from the beach to the boat, and we can waterproof your packs by placing them in large plastic bags and floating them out on top of our life craft, but we are finding that boarding in Sabang is not a suitable option for anyone who cannot swim through the surf.
The best place for boarding the ROYJEN is in Port Barton where there is always a calm sea and the beach is deep enough for us to come in very close to the shore. Boarding in Port Barton also eliminates a 4-hour cruise from Sabang. It's cheaper and a bit faster to travel from Sabang to Port Barton by tour van.
If you travel from Sabang to Port Barton by tour van and depart Sabang at about 0800, you'll be in Port Barton by 1100, where you can enjoy lunch at a beach resort, before departing for afternoon Island Hopping. You can choose between optional Sleep-aboard in a calm cove or Lodging at one of the Island Resorts. January - February is peak season where lodging reservations are necessary. You may also want to spend a night in Port Barton to rest from your travels and arrange for boarding the ROYJEN on the next morning.
Imaruan Bay is a very large bay between the Port Barton Islands and El Nido. A strong crosswind normally develops during the day. So, an early morning crossing is usually best. Depending on conditions, the crossing of this bay takes 2-3 hours. During good conditions, we make the crossing far off shore where the fishing is good, and the crossing is quicker. During poor conditions with strong crosswind, we hug the shoreline, where fishing is not so good, and the crossing takes about 3 hours.
Weather Update:
We experienced exceptionally strong NE winds this tourist season and a murky sea filled with alge and small jelly fish from Nov2012 - Feb2013. During that time we completed 11 charters from Sabang to El Nido and back, and cancelled 3 due to bad weather.
March - mid-April was exceptionally calm with beautiful clear blue skies and water. During this 2-month period we completed just 2 charters from Sabang to El Nido and back.
In May we now see some strong thunder storm activity, and we have completed 1 charter from El Nido to Port Barton.
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Land Transport / Airport Transfers
Upon your arrival on Palawan, we offer Airport pickups, a quick city tour, stops for breakfast/lunch and shopping in PPC; then, a 3-4 hour transport from PPC to Sabang, Caruray or Port Barton where you can board the ROYJEN.
When you request this service, no 2nd Confirmation/Text Message is necessary, because the driver will inform us of your arrival.
Upon your arrival on Palawan, we offer Airport pickups, a quick city tour, stops for breakfast/lunch and shopping in PPC; then, a 3-4 hour transport from PPC to Sabang, Caruray or Port Barton where you can board the ROYJEN.
When you request this service, no 2nd Confirmation/Text Message is necessary, because the driver will inform us of your arrival.
ROYJEN Charters is not a licensed Tourist Agency, but we can assist you with arranging: Airport Transfers, Ground Transportation, and Booking of UGR Tours through licensed agents. We do not make lodging reservations, because a deposit is usually required.
Land Transport is offered through a Licensed Tourist Agent and Includes:
Aircon Tour Van for up to 12 Pax
Airport transfer to anywhere in Puerto Princesa City (PPC) - P1,000
PPC to Sabang - P3,000
PPC to Caruray - P7,000 (ROYJEN Homeport)
Sabang to Port Barton - P7,000
PPC to Caruray - P7,000 (ROYJEN Homeport)
Sabang to Port Barton - P7,000
PPC to Port Barton - P6,000
PPC to El Nido - P9,000
Booking your Underground River Tour
1-day advance booking of your Underground River Tour is required. There are only 1000 permits issued per day and they get sold-out every day.
The normal process is to purchase your UGR Tour Permits in person 1-day in advance at the UGR Puerto Princesa UGR Booking Office in San Pedro, PP. You need to present your passports to get your individual permits. Tourist Agencies can work around this, and purchase "same day" permits, but only if you go early in the morning before 9:00 a.m.
The fee per permit is P500 each, and a small boat to transport you from the Sabang Pier to the UGR is P700 for up to 6 pax. The fees can be paid at the Tourist Information Center located on the Sabang Pier.
It is also possible for you to book your lodging at Dayunan Inn, on the Sabang Pier, together with booking your UGR Tour. Cost per double occupancy aircon room is P2,200. Dayunan Inn charges an extra P500 per person for booking of your UGR Tour.
Booking your Underground River Tour
1-day advance booking of your Underground River Tour is required. There are only 1000 permits issued per day and they get sold-out every day.
The normal process is to purchase your UGR Tour Permits in person 1-day in advance at the UGR Puerto Princesa UGR Booking Office in San Pedro, PP. You need to present your passports to get your individual permits. Tourist Agencies can work around this, and purchase "same day" permits, but only if you go early in the morning before 9:00 a.m.
The fee per permit is P500 each, and a small boat to transport you from the Sabang Pier to the UGR is P700 for up to 6 pax. The fees can be paid at the Tourist Information Center located on the Sabang Pier.
It is also possible for you to book your lodging at Dayunan Inn, on the Sabang Pier, together with booking your UGR Tour. Cost per double occupancy aircon room is P2,200. Dayunan Inn charges an extra P500 per person for booking of your UGR Tour.
Other ways of getting around Palawan
- How to get to Sabang:
1) Hire a van from one of the many tourist agencies near the airport in Puerto Princesa City. We recommend Topstar or Island Paradise Tours. It's P3,500 to hire just the van, or you could go on their Underground River Tour for P1,500 per pax, but they need a minimum of 8 pax.
2) Go by Lexus Tour Van from San Pedro, Lexus Terminal, located between GoHotels and the Robertson Mall. Aircon Tour Van takes just 2 hours and the fare is P200.
2) Go by Lexus Tour Van from San Pedro, Lexus Terminal, located between GoHotels and the Robertson Mall. Aircon Tour Van takes just 2 hours and the fare is P200.
3) Take a trike to the New Market, Jeepney Terminal in San Jose. It's about a 15 min. ride and the cost is about P100 each, including your packs. At the terminal, find the next Jeepney going to Sabang. They run every two hours from 0700 - 1500. It's about a 3-hour ride for P150 each.
Note: By going through a big tourist agency, such as Topstar, for P1,500 each, they book your Underground River Tour, pay all fees, provide transportation to and from Sabang, and offer a buffet lunch on the beach.
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2) Ride the Caruray Jeepney. It departs from the San Jose New Market daily at about 10:00am. The fare is P200 per person, and it is a torturous 5-6 hour ride.
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- How to get to Caruray: Includes about 2-hours travel by unpaved road.
2) Ride the Caruray Jeepney. It departs from the San Jose New Market daily at about 10:00am. The fare is P200 per person, and it is a torturous 5-6 hour ride.
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- How to get to Port Barton: Includes about 2-hours travel by unpaved road.
1) Hire a tourist agency van in PPC or a van at the San Jose New Market. It's P5,000 - P8,000 per van. The fare is divided among as many passengers as the van can carry or find.
2) Ride the Port Barton Jeepney. It departs from the New Market daily at about 10:00am. The fare is about P200 per person. The ride takes 4-5 hours.
3) Hire a tourist agency van from Sabang. Fare is about the same as from PPC or new market. The ride takes 4-5 hours.
4) Hire a passenger boat from Sabang. Boat fare is about P1,000 per person with a minimum of 5 - 8 fares. The ride takes 3-4 hours.
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- How to get to El Nido from PPC:
1) Travel by RORO Bus from the San Jose, New Market, Jeepney Terminal. The cost is about P400 per person including your bags and it takes about 7 hours.
2) Travel by tourist agency van from PPC or a van at the New Market. The ride takes about 7 hours, and costs P8,000 - P12,000 per van.
3) Hire a tourist agency van from Sabang. Fare is about the same as from PPC or new market. The ride takes 7 hours.
4) Voyage by ROYJEN Charters from Sabang after first touring the Underground River. Enjoy fishing, island hopping and a stop-over along the way.
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Traveling by jeepney is okay for young backpackers, but it's not recommended for regular tourism. For "ground transportation," we recommend you go by RORO Bus or you hire a van from a licensed tourist agency.
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Motorcycle travel is another way to get around Palawan. Price to rent a small 125cc Honda is about P500 per day. Be advised, Palawan is a very big and desolate island. Riders often get lost and go places they really shouldn't go. You may end up out at night without any food or lodging to be found. Your bike may become a burden and P500 per day gets expensive. Most of the motorcycle accidents I see involves a foreigner, and if you think it's not your fault, think again... There are many road obstructions here, and unsafe motorist, so bikers beware.
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Puerto Princesa City (PPC) Info.
Puerto Princesa City is the only place on Palawan where you have access to banks and atm's. Most travelers experience a P20,000 per day limit on the amount they can withdraw from a bank teller or an atm. Traveler's checks are not widely accepted and cost about 5% to cash. U.S. Dollars and Euros are widely accepted and easily exchanged in Puerto Princesa City or El Nido without any fees. You need to figure how many days you'll be touring Palawan and bring enough cash to cover it, knowing that you can only withdraw a limited daily amount of P20,000 in Puerto Princesa City. Some resorts in El Nido accept credit cards and provide cash advances for a 6% service charge, so it's better to bring new cash money and exchange as needed.
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Puerto Princesa City (PPC) Info.
Puerto Princesa City is the only place on Palawan where you have access to banks and atm's. Most travelers experience a P20,000 per day limit on the amount they can withdraw from a bank teller or an atm. Traveler's checks are not widely accepted and cost about 5% to cash. U.S. Dollars and Euros are widely accepted and easily exchanged in Puerto Princesa City or El Nido without any fees. You need to figure how many days you'll be touring Palawan and bring enough cash to cover it, knowing that you can only withdraw a limited daily amount of P20,000 in Puerto Princesa City. Some resorts in El Nido accept credit cards and provide cash advances for a 6% service charge, so it's better to bring new cash money and exchange as needed.
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El Nido Info.
El Nido Eco-Tourism Development Fee (ETDF).
Each tourist visting El Nido is responsible for obtaining an ETDF ticket good for 10 days. The tickets cost P200 each and they are available at most resorts and in many tourism outlets in El Nido. Tourists must have this ETDF ticket in their possession for the duration of their visit. The tickets are non-transferable, but no names are required to obtain them. Obtaining your ETDF is your absolute 1st matter of responsibility in El Nido.
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Corong Corong Info.
Corong Corong is just a five minute (P20) trike ride from El Nido. It is less congested with a beautiful clean beach, crystal clear water and several resorts to choose from.
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Where to Stay and What to do
In Puerto Princesa City (PPC), we recommend the Badjao Inn or next door at the Casa Linda Inn. They are near the airport and the city center. The accommodations are nice and very reasonable.
The Badjao Inn also has an Underground River Booking Office, where you can book your UGR Tour in advance. This is an important first step upon your arrival in Puerto Princesa City. You need to book your tour at least a day in advance. They can book your tour, and arrange for our transport to and from Sabang.
Gohotels in San Pedro is also a good choice, with next door Lexus Tour Van service and Robertson Shopping Mall.
There is great food, drink and nightly entertainment at the Tiki Restobar in PPC. Live band starts at 8:30 every night.
Gohotels in San Pedro is also a good choice, with next door Lexus Tour Van service and Robertson Shopping Mall.
There is great food, drink and nightly entertainment at the Tiki Restobar in PPC. Live band starts at 8:30 every night.
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In Sabang we recommend the Dab Dab or Blue Bamboo Resorts. These are authentic native style resorts for budget backpackers. They are not on the beach. They are located on past the pier along a rocky shoreline. Further down the rocky shore is a Buddhist Bamboo Temple and about a kilometer past the temple is a nice waterfall, great for bathing in. These resorts are good for people who want to stay several days, and if you do, you can usually get a discount off the already very low rates.
The Dayunan Inn located on the Sabang Pier is an excellent choice for an overnight stay. They can also book your UGR Tour.
The Dayunan Inn located on the Sabang Pier is an excellent choice for an overnight stay. They can also book your UGR Tour.
The Daluyon Resort and the Sheridan Beach Resort located on the beach side of the pier represent the other end of the spectrum. These are Chinese owned resort conglomerates. The accommodations maybe 5-Star, but the atmosphere is stuffy, and much different from native style resorts. There are also some native cottage resorts on the beach, but you pay more for location than accommodation.
Be advised, that the Sabang beach does have a dangerous undertow, which takes the lives of couple travelers each year. However, it is a great public beach for all to enjoy with safety in mind.
In Sabang, there is much to do.
1) Tour the Underground River (UGR). Hike the trails or ride a pump-boat to the UGR.
2) Mangrove River Paddle Boat Tour.
3) Buddhist Bamboo Temple and Waterfalls Hike.
4) Lions Cave, Keyhole Cave Tours, and Rock Climbing
5) Relax on the beach, or in a coral tide pool.
6) Fishing, Island Hopping.
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In Port Barton we recommend Summer Homes Resort, or Elsa's Beach Resort.
For great food, drinks and coffee we recommend the Jambalaya Cajun Cafe.
The village of Port Barton has a native charm. There are no resort conglomerates. People are warm and friendly. Resort owners are mostly foreigners with a long local history. Resorts accommodations are nice, rates are reasonable, and the food is great. The Beach has a lot of boats on it. The water is usually calm, but not so clear.
Port Barton is a great place for lodging, dinning and Island Hopping / Snorkeling / Fishing / and jungle trekking to island lookouts and waterfalls. It's a great stop-over between Sabang and El Nido.
Port Barton Island Resorts are each unique in their own right, so we don't recommend one over the other. Secret Paradise Resort is becoming a more exclusive resort, where a reservation is necessary. Nice cottages are usually always available at Coconut Garden and Blue Cove Resorts.
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In El Nido there is a super atmosphere with towering limestone cliffs. The shore is filled with island hoping boats and the beach is lined with lodging houses and restobars with great food, drink and nightly entertainment. The streets are loaded with gift shops and booking offices. Lodging rates range from P1,000 - P5,000 per night for double occupancy. Most places only accept walk-in guests during peak season from (Nov - Apr).
Travelers tend to check out in the early morning. So the sooner you can get up to El Nido, the more lodging there will be to choose from. On a 6-hour voyage from Port Barton, we can get you there in the early afternoon, before most land travelers can make it there.
Reservations - Agoda is the best place to search for available lodging anywhere in the world, and to book your reservations.
The ROYJEN cannot drop-off or pick-up any passengers at Miniloc Island or Lagen Island Resorts. These two resorts maintain strict security for their guests. They provide their own boat service and do not allow any private boats at their resorts.
El Nido is not so much about resort lodging as it is about Island Hopping by day, and having a good time with fine dining and drinks in the evening. Things shut down around mid-night, because Island Hopping starts bright and early in the morning.
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ROYJEN Sport Fishing Charters
Off-Shore Sport Fishing Charters are Available upon request from April - June. It consists of 3-4 days of trolling, jigging and bottom fishing or drift fishing the outer coral reefs and shoals for a variety of reef fish. Also may include drift fishing the deep sea with sea anchor for big tuna.
In-Shore Sport Fishing Charters are Available upon request during the Tourist Season from November - March and en-route to tourist destinations of Sabang, Port Barton and El Nido. It consists mostly of Bay Trolling for Wahoo, Barracuda, Giant Trevalli, Dorado, Sail Fish, mackerel and tuna.
Night-time squid fishing is always possibility. We observe the fishermen and if we see them fishing for squid, we often join in the fun and enjoy some good eating.
When ever cruising, we are also trolling. We never know when or where a strike will occur. Here lately most of our catches have occurred between around the Port Barton outer islands and between Boayan Island and El Nido, while crossing the very large Imuruan Bay.
We've been calling Tanigue (Spanish Mackerel), but more experienced anglers are telling us that the Tanigue is closely related to the Wahoo, mostly due to it's white flesh and fine flavor. A Tanigue is a near shore Wahoo. They are a heavier fish, but don't usually grow as big as a Wahoo, nor do they have a brilliant blue color as the Wahoo that we catch a bit further offshore.
We mostly catch small Tulingan Tuna or Mackerel Tuna, also small Black Fin and Big Eye Tuna. Average size is 1-5 kg; a very good fish for grilling.
We have only two Rod and Reel Trolling Combos, but we also fish Filipino style with wooden hand-wheels. We use the TICATEAM ST668R Trolling Reels. This is a great reel that holds up while others freeze up and fail. We now have a new Shimano TLD-25 Triton Lever Drag Reel.
Saltwater Trolling Lures are expensive and they get pretty well beat up after just a few strikes. We have best success with deep diving 5-7" Rapala X-Rap type lures. We ask a favor that you bring a couple trolling lures. Our favorites so far are the Rapala XRMAG20 and XRMAG30. They dive to a depth of 20-30' and track perfectly at 13 knots. We are also excited to try our new Storm Deep Thunder 15.
Update 12/03/2012: We most often find the best trolling conditions on the way from El Nido to the Port Barton Islands, while cruising with the wind at about 12 knots. Our new Storm, Deep Thunder Lures did not track well. They tilt to one side causing tangle-ups, or they pop up out of the water and foul the line up. Many lures look nice, but they are not factory tuned like a Rapala.
A 12 Kg Tanigue/Wahoo is still our record, as far as size, but we've gained skill at going after the big ones, and we hope to help you land a record holding Wahoo this season.
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ROYJEN Sport Fishing Charters
Off-Shore Sport Fishing Charters are Available upon request from April - June. It consists of 3-4 days of trolling, jigging and bottom fishing or drift fishing the outer coral reefs and shoals for a variety of reef fish. Also may include drift fishing the deep sea with sea anchor for big tuna.
In-Shore Sport Fishing Charters are Available upon request during the Tourist Season from November - March and en-route to tourist destinations of Sabang, Port Barton and El Nido. It consists mostly of Bay Trolling for Wahoo, Barracuda, Giant Trevalli, Dorado, Sail Fish, mackerel and tuna.
We enjoy many types of Sport Fishing, such as: trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, and we use hard bait, soft bait, live bait and cut bait. We catch Tanigue (Wahoo), Mamsa (Giant Trevalli), Tunas, Dorados, Barracuda, Sailfish, Groupers, Bass, Snappers, Snipers, Triggers and many more.
Near shore, we tend to catch more fish at night and in the early morning. Day fishing is not so good near shore. For good day fishing, we need to go out some 20+ km. The weather needs to be good. It's not really worth going out for just one day, because most of the day would be spent just cruising out and back.
Night-time squid fishing is always possibility. We observe the fishermen and if we see them fishing for squid, we often join in the fun and enjoy some good eating.
When ever cruising, we are also trolling. We never know when or where a strike will occur. Here lately most of our catches have occurred between around the Port Barton outer islands and between Boayan Island and El Nido, while crossing the very large Imuruan Bay.
We've been calling Tanigue (Spanish Mackerel), but more experienced anglers are telling us that the Tanigue is closely related to the Wahoo, mostly due to it's white flesh and fine flavor. A Tanigue is a near shore Wahoo. They are a heavier fish, but don't usually grow as big as a Wahoo, nor do they have a brilliant blue color as the Wahoo that we catch a bit further offshore.
We mostly catch small Tulingan Tuna or Mackerel Tuna, also small Black Fin and Big Eye Tuna. Average size is 1-5 kg; a very good fish for grilling.
We have only two Rod and Reel Trolling Combos, but we also fish Filipino style with wooden hand-wheels. We use the TICATEAM ST668R Trolling Reels. This is a great reel that holds up while others freeze up and fail. We now have a new Shimano TLD-25 Triton Lever Drag Reel.
Saltwater Trolling Lures are expensive and they get pretty well beat up after just a few strikes. We have best success with deep diving 5-7" Rapala X-Rap type lures. We ask a favor that you bring a couple trolling lures. Our favorites so far are the Rapala XRMAG20 and XRMAG30. They dive to a depth of 20-30' and track perfectly at 13 knots. We are also excited to try our new Storm Deep Thunder 15.
Update 12/03/2012: We most often find the best trolling conditions on the way from El Nido to the Port Barton Islands, while cruising with the wind at about 12 knots. Our new Storm, Deep Thunder Lures did not track well. They tilt to one side causing tangle-ups, or they pop up out of the water and foul the line up. Many lures look nice, but they are not factory tuned like a Rapala.
A 12 Kg Tanigue/Wahoo is still our record, as far as size, but we've gained skill at going after the big ones, and we hope to help you land a record holding Wahoo this season.
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| Rapala XRMAG30 |
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| Rapala XRMAG20 |
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| The Rod, Reel and Lure Donated by our friend Paul from the Yukon |
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| Shimano TLD-25 Triton Lever Drag Reel |
ROYJEN - Bay Trolling
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| 8 Kg Tanigue/Wahoo |
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| 12 Kg Tanigue/Wahoo caught by our friend from Alaska |
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| Night Fishing |
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| Squid/Pusit Fishing |
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| 1.5 kg Blackfin Tuna caught by our friend from USA. |
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| 2 Kg Tanigue caught by brother Richard from IL, USA |
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| 5 Kg Tanigue/Wahoo, thanks to our Norwegian Friends |
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| 10 Kg Barracuda caught by our friend from PA, USA |
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| 1Kg Black fin Tunas caught by Sister Jul from IL, USA |
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| 1Kg Green Grouper, thanks to our French Friends |
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| Caught with thanks to our French Friends |
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| 5 Kg Tanigue/Wahoo caught by our Hawaiian Friend |
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| 6 Kg Dorado, Thanks to our Bulgarian Friends |
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| 7 Kg Tanigue/Wahoo caught by our Russian Friend. |
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| 8 Kg Wahoo |
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| Caught just off shore from Blue Cove Resort. |
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| 10 Kg Wahoo caught 11/16/12, Thanks to our Estonian Friends. |
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| 3 Kg Green Grouper bought inport during bad weather, thanks to our Danish Friends. |
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| 5 Kg Wahoo caught in El Nido on 2/10/13, thanks to our German Friends. |
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| 8 Kg Tanigue Wahoo |
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| Double-Strike off Cacnipa Is. on 2/12/13, with thanks to our German friends. |
ROYJEN News (10/16/2012)
Governor of Palawan Rides the ROYJEN!
Upon request for hire from the Office of Governor of Palawan, the ROYJEN temporarily came out of dry-dock, where she was undergoing annual maintenance, repair and refurbishment.
Governor Abraham Mitra and his party ride the ROYJEN on their campaign trail.
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| Governor Abraham Mitra |
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Palawan Travel Tips:1. When touring Palawan, you should carry sunglasses, sun screen, bug spay, a hat, a rain suit, snorkeling gear, toilet paper, sanitary wipes, a first aid kit, and medicine.
2. A single "budget" traveler can get by on P3,000 per day. A couple may need P5,000. This accounts for ground transportation, meals, lodging and limited activities. It does not account for souvenirs or special activities, such as scuba diving.
3. Most travelers experience a P20,000 daily limit on the amount they can withdraw from a bank teller or atm. It's a good idea to bring "new" cash, and exchange it as needed in PPC, Sabang, Port Barton and El Nido.
4. Beware of all "fixers, commissioners, non-registered pump boats, and unlicensed tour guides and agents." Some are quite good, but they operate outside the legal requirements and therefore cannot be held accountable for anything.
5. No matter what your travel plan is, you'll be "adventuring" on a very primitive island, with very limited support and services. It's not really suitable for children, the elderly, or the disabled. Additionally, a "sea adventure or an island hopping tour" is not suitable for anyone who cannot swim. However, we cannot and do not discriminate, and we will make every effort to accommodate all of your special needs.
6. In and around the sea, there are many dangers. There are poisonous fish, razor coral, fire coral, strong currents and sharp and slippery rocks. You should always respect nature and protect yourself from all her dangers.
7. For all Palawan statistics and information go to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palawan
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Notes:
1. Departure of all Charters is dependent upon the weather and condition of the sea. The safety of ROYJEN Passengers is our #1 concern.
2. Coast Guard Clearance is required in Sabang and El Nido prior to our departure. There is a lot of paperwork and fees involved. Other boats manage to avoid the whole process, but we are a little more visible.
3. Port Barton has no Coast Guard or Port Authority and no clearance is necessary.
4. The ROYJEN operates on an unregulated schedule. That is, we only operate when booking is made. Our bookings are made through email, cell phone text messages or through tourist agencies.
5. Departure from Sabang is flexible between 0730 - 1300 p.m. This allows for a morning tour of the Underground River and still provides us time to voyage to Cacnipa Island, Secret Paradise, Port Barton, or Boayan Island. Departure time at other locations is between 0730 - 0900, giving you time to enjoy your breakfast and maybe some recreation.
6. The Voyage from Sabang to Coconut Garden or Secret Paradise is about 3 hours, and about 4 hours to Port Barton, always depending upon the weather, condition of the sea, and if slowdowns or stops are made.
7. The voyage from Port Barton resorts to El Nido is 6-7 hour cruise without stopping. A direct voyage from Sabang to El Nido is about 9 hours with only one short stop. We highly recommend a delightful stop-over at Coconut Garden, Secret Paradise, Blue Cove, and Port Barton, or on a live-aboard charter we would set anchor in a quite cove at Boayan Island. We do not guarantee a single day, direct voyage from Sabang to El Nido or vice versa.
8. The ROYJEN is a new charter boat designed for tourism. Our mission is to provide safe, enjoyable charters, that we hope will be the highlight of your Palawan Adventure.
9. Roy and Jen live in the small fishing village of Caruray. It is a very remote location, without electricity or internet service. Our email is read only 1- day monthly in Puerto Princesa City. If you wish to schedule a quick charter, it's better to send us a text message.
From inside or outside the Philippines you may send us a text message to: +63-918-424-6902 or +63-912-873-7400
We ask that you provide a 2nd confirmation of your charter by text message approximately 24 hours prior to the time you wish to board the ROYJEN.
For more information: wave, holler, call, text, or send us an email.
Maraming Salamat,
ROYJEN Charters
royjen12@gmail.com
0918-424-6902 / 0912-873-7400
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